It doesn’t matter what time of year it is; Folly Beach is always the perfect place to escape reality. The winter and summer seasons offer different advantages, but both seasons can be awesome when you have ideas of what to do. From things to do outside to shopping and going out to eat, the list is endless when it comes to enjoying Folly at any time of the year.

Go to the Beach
Even though it may be a little chilly, the beach is wonderful any time of year! The cooler time of year likely means the beach is way less crowded, making it the perfect time for long beach walks. In addition to this, the cooler season is a great time for collecting. Winter can often bring unique shells to the shore, making it the optimal time for shell hunting. Heading down to the beach is especially peaceful during the sunrise and sunset, where you have the opportunity to see beautiful colors fill the sky while listening to waves crash on the shore.

On-Water Activities
This time of year may not be suitable for everyone when it comes to swimming, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still do it! Folly Beach is known for having some pretty good waves; you can often see surfers in the water year-round. If you would prefer to stay out of the water directly, you can try paddle boarding or kayaking, which will likely keep you a little dry. Nonetheless, these activities are a great way to enjoy the ocean – even if it is a little colder than usual!

Visit Local Restaurants
Folly has a plethora of restaurants that can satisfy just about any craving you have. When it comes to authentic seafood, you can head to the Folly Beach Crab Shack, where you can get shrimp, crab, oysters, and much more. Need a quick and easy lunch? Drop-in Deli has a selection of fresh and delicious sandwiches, wraps, and salads that you can grab on the go. Breakfast lovers can head over to Lost Dog Cafe to start the day with coffee and amazing dishes that will set you up for a great rest of the day.

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Go Shopping
Folly Beach has several quaint beach shops on the island where you can find gifts to bring home or cute new clothes. Aqua Beach Store has a large selection of clothes, jewelry, and other beach necessities. If you are looking for a full day of shopping, you can journey about 20 minutes away into downtown Charleston. Here, you can shop on King Street, which has all different types of stores, from fancy to beachy to sporty.

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Discover the delicious world of Jack of Cups Saloon, the Folly Beach restaurant that’s making a splash in the national culinary scene. Jack of Cups is located in the heart of Folly Beach, on Center Street, in a small storefront. Once you step inside, you’re transported to a world of fun and flavor, where the menu changes seasonally and there’s always something new and unique to try.

Jack of Cups was started in 2014, and have been producing delightful dishes, often inspired by Asian and Indian flavors, ever since. Although the space is small, it’s charming, and the back courtyard feels like a hidden oasis. Many of the dishes are meant to share, inspiring community around the table. Thanks to its totally unique menu, Jack of Cups has been named one of Yelp’s Top 100 US Restaurants 2025. One visit to this culinary wonderland and you’ll see why. Visit Jack of Cups on your next Folly Beach vacation!

Read the rest of the list here: https://www.yelp.com/article/top-100-us-restaurants-2025

January Fishing Report

Folly Beach fishing charter reports are confirming that winter is here! That means cooler water, an extra layer of clothing and schooled up Redfish! Folly Beach will hold schools of Redfish all winter long. Some schools will eat more readily than others, so finding the right group of fish is key. These schools of Redfish will cruise the numerous flats in Folly Beach. We have been catching those fish using soft plastics, live shrimp, mud minnows and cut mullet. Many big redfish are being caught and we have had much of the water to ourselves, especially during the week. Keep in mind the fish can be spooky and a quiet approach will help you get more bites. The best thing to do is give them some room and watch how they react to your presentation. If they don’t hit the first bait you throw towards them, try another. We recently had to back off our fish a few times and let them rest for a few minutes before making another presentation and hooking up.

Nearshore fishing charters have been producing good size and numbers of Black Drum, Sheepshead, Redfish, Black Sea Bass and several other species. These fish are aggressively attacking a variety of cut and live baits anywhere from 30 to 50 ft of water. On calmer days fast sinking paddle tail jigs have drawn aggressive strikes as the fish compete for any opportunity to feed.

Our Deep Sea boats are fishing in 50 to 70 ft of water and focusing on reefs and wrecks while bottom fishing.  We have also found a tendency to score larger fish on big artificial lures such as Bucktail jigs and 5 inch Z-man swim baits by trolling and jigging around submerged structure and rock piles. Our weather has been a little tough off the beach. On days that we haven’t been to travel far due to rough conditions  we have had great luck staying inside the jetties and close to shore.

The fish are here and biting and our short cold spells will soon give way to longer warm spells then, before you know it Spring will be here! There are plenty of good dates open but with Spring Break and Summer vacation on everyone’s mind a lot of reservations are coming in. Charleston and Folly Beach seem to be getting busier every year, so get your trips booked now to get the dates you want. You can reserve your date and make your reservation online here, or simply call or text to connect with us.

Folly Beach fishing charters! November and December are some of the best months for fishing in Folly Beach. Especially for Redfish and Speckled Trout. These fish feed heavily in advance of our short winter, and now is the time to boat large numbers of quality fish.  We typically focus on fishing large schools that gather around shallow creeks and river bends, using live shrimp and minnows that are still abundant in our waters. For the angler that likes more of a skill based fishing charter we can target those fish with a variety of lures. We typically use soft plastic swim baits and crank baits. In my opinion nothing is more fun than feeling the fish attack your lure as you are working the bait past them. When you feel the fish inhale your bait a swift hook set will get you connected and ready to do battle!

On Calm days we will venture to our nearshore reefs to fish for Sheepshead and Weakfish. Both these species gather in large numbers to intercept bait fish as they begin to head to deeper waters for our short winter.  We will also expect to see large Black Drum ranging from 10 to 30 lbs. at those reefs. When those tough fish inhale your bait you need to lean back and lift your rod back to turn their heads away from the rocks or you may lose them to the structure.

As always it’s best to book in advance online but feel free to text or call with questions or to book directly with us. Our weather cancellation policy is more liberal in the winter and late morning start times are more common. I would love to see you on deck this winter so let’s get you out there to enjoy some of the best fishing Charleston and Folly Beach has to offer!

Folly Beach Charter Fishing! Deep Sea Fishing and Inshore Fishing in Folly Beach

You don’t want to miss fishing this time of year folks. The bite has been almost non stop for Redfish and Speckled Trout. The creeks around the inlet and Lighthouse are teeming with baitfish, and shrimp. The points, flats and grasslines are ideal ambush points for all of our gamefish. If you allow your guide to choose the target species and launch time you will likely have a productive, fun day on the water.

On our last few charters we have been successfully targeting Bull Redfish just off the beach and Speckled Trout inshore. The Bull Reds have been eating mullet, Pinfish and Blue Crab while the Speckled Trout have responded to Mud minnows, Shrimp and artificials. Along with the Speckled Trout we have been catching Flounder, Black Drum and plenty of inshore Redfish so a mixed bag has more often than not been the rule of the day. Follow me on Instagram for the most up to date charter results. You can also book directly online or simply call or text 843-696-4231 for information. Let’s get out on the water together!

August Fishing Report

Folly Beach fishing has been good recently as last week’s foul weather has moved on. We fished the day after the storm cleared the area and we had nice weather and calm conditions. It’s typical for the fishing to be very good after a major storm and this time around we had excellent fishing conditions. The water was still a little cloudy but that didn’t discourage the fish from biting. Bait is flush in the system in our waters again it should stay through the end of December.

The big Bull Redfish are hanging around the jetties and deep holes in the harbor. Those fish will be here until early fall. So if you want to fight big fish, book an inshore trip and let’s get after them! We are catching those Bull Reds on Blue Crab, Menhaden, Mullet and cut Bluefish.

Shark fishing has been a crowd pleaser as these predators hug the beaches and prowl the inlets in search of an easy meal. These fish are strong and fast, and this time of year we get some big ones near our inlets. Inshore Speckled Trout, Flounder and Redfish remain a favorite target. We have been casting assorted live bait such as finger mullet, mud minnows and shrimp to our inshore fish while some schools of inshore Redfish seem to favor cut baits. We have had luck in shallow areas of the marsh either a few hours before low tide, or just as the tide is coming in.

Deep Sea trips are finding King Mackerel, Triggerfish, Cobia, Snapper, Grouper and Amberjack, Sea Bass and assorted Snapper. These trips are a lot of fun and you will never truly know what you will run into out there in the deep!  If you have any questions Text me at 843-696-4231 for a quick response. You can also book and check availability online 24 hours a day. See you on deck soon!

Hop aboard for the 22nd Annual Folly Beach Wahine Classic. “Wahine” is a Hawaiian word that is often used to refer to a woman and/or girl surfer. The Folly Beach Wahine Classic, drawing 250 surfers and their families, friends, and supporters from across the country, is the longest-running all-girl surf competition on the East Coast. The non-profit event is more than just a surf competition; it is a celebration of girl power, camaraderie, and the shared strength of women of all ages and abilities.

The Wahine Classic proudly supports several causes that fight against female poverty, social exclusion, discrimination, and violence. The event also emphasizes environmental support and strives to be plastic-free and low-waste with the support of its sponsors. When you support the Folly Beach Wahine Classic, you are also supporting a network of local non-profits dedicated to caring for the ocean, sharing women’s strength, and supporting the community.

This year, the Folly Beach Wahine Classic celebrates 22 years of inspiring girls to ride the waves of womanhood toward a life of purpose. The event will take place from Saturday, July 27 to Sunday, July 28, at the Washout area of Folly Beach located on E Ashley Ave. (When you see all cars on the right and no houses, you’re there.) Spectators are encouraged to come down and cheer on the Wahines!

If you are interested in attending, registering to compete, or becoming a sponsor, we encourage you to click here to visit the Wahine Classic website. You can also stay up to date on Facebook at Folly Beach Wahine Classic and Instagram @FollyBeachWahine.